Dublin is the capital city and home to almost one-third of the population of the Republic of Ireland. It is by far the largest city on the island and is growing apace with some estimates suggesting that the current population of 1.3 million could grow to 2 million over the next 20 years!

“After two days' march we entered into the Barony of Burren, of which it is said, that it is a country where there is not water enough to drown a man, wood enough to hang one, nor earth enough to bury him" Cromwell's man in Ireland, 1651.

The Cliifs of Moher- a sheer precipice 8km long with their sheer verticality are without doubt the most impressive stretches of coast in the west of Ireland. Probably the most visited site outside of the capital city, the Cliffs of Moher are certainly one of the highlights of any visit to Ireland standing at a commanding height of over 200 metres.

For the finest views and finest Guinness in Dublin a visit to the Guinness Storehouse is essential. This is undoubtedly Dublin’s most popular attraction and although the history of this company started in 1759 with the establishment of a brewery on this site, it is generally agreed that the Irish people are the spiritual owners of this renowned company.